Texas Department of Transportation
Maint Section Assistant II-III - Special Jobs (Amarillo)
Texas Department of Transportation, Amarillo, Texas, United States, 79161
Position Information
TxDOT's Amarillo District is looking for a Maint Section Assistant II/III to work in our Special Jobs Section. If you looking to build a career, with a great group of people, TxDOT's Amarillo District is the place for you!! TxDOT offers competitive pay, great benefits, and work-life balance.
At TxDOT, we have three core values: Safety for our employees and the traveling public, value our employees, and preserve our assets. We also strive to achieve a work-life balance and recognize the importance of your career as well as your home life. We offer a wide array of programs and activities including compressed work schedules, wellness leave incentive, career development programs, tuition assistance and many other benefits. For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at http://ftp.dot.state.tx.us/pub/txdot-info/hrd/careers/hidden_benefits.pdf
Benefits and Perks
At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:
Retirement Plans Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules Paid Leave and Holidays Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees On-the-Job Training Tuition Assistance Program Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives Career Development and Advancement Opportunities Family-Friendly Policies and Programs In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Position Description
Assists a Maintenance Section Supervisor in overseeing work completed by the crews and contractors, which provides a safe driving thoroughfare within a designated geographical area. Leads the work of Transportation Maintenance Crew Chiefs, technical and clerical staff. Work requires responding to emergency notification on an as-needed basis. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
Essential Duties:
Maint Section Assistant II and III:
Assists the maintenance section supervisor in overseeing the work of the section and contracted crews including scheduling equipment, material and personnel necessary for section projects. Assists with planning, coordinating and implementing emergency response to inclement weather, accidents, and hazardous Spills affecting area roadways. Ensures all projects follow established safety guidelines. Inspects road conditions, work-in-progress and work completed by the crews and contractors. Leads the work of Transportation Maintenance Crew Chiefs, technical and clerical staff. Maintains records on materials, supplies and personnel. Responsible for operations of section in absence of supervisor. Trains employees on the use of equipment and procedures. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Minimum Qualifications:
Education : High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.
Experience :
Maint Section Assistant II:
* 6 years in roadway maintenance or construction related work. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).
Maint Section Assistant III:
*7 years in roadway maintenance or construction related work. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).
*Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis . Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Licenses and Certifications :
Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Must have a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) at time of application. Competencies:
Maint Section Assistant II:
Considerable knowledge of:
Methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices Incident management procedures Inventory/stock control procedures Expert skill in:
Scheduling work assignment Proficient skill in:
Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others Maint Section Assistant III:
Extensive knowledge of:
Methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes Expert skill in:
Administrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and records management Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Administrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and records management Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions Subject to vibration Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical. Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation - 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) - does not authorize "medical marijuana" under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
Must be able to report for duty within
60
minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.
*
The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position offered based on the applicant's work experience, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs .
TxDOT's Amarillo District is looking for a Maint Section Assistant II/III to work in our Special Jobs Section. If you looking to build a career, with a great group of people, TxDOT's Amarillo District is the place for you!! TxDOT offers competitive pay, great benefits, and work-life balance.
At TxDOT, we have three core values: Safety for our employees and the traveling public, value our employees, and preserve our assets. We also strive to achieve a work-life balance and recognize the importance of your career as well as your home life. We offer a wide array of programs and activities including compressed work schedules, wellness leave incentive, career development programs, tuition assistance and many other benefits. For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at http://ftp.dot.state.tx.us/pub/txdot-info/hrd/careers/hidden_benefits.pdf
Benefits and Perks
At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:
Retirement Plans Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules Paid Leave and Holidays Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees On-the-Job Training Tuition Assistance Program Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives Career Development and Advancement Opportunities Family-Friendly Policies and Programs In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Position Description
Assists a Maintenance Section Supervisor in overseeing work completed by the crews and contractors, which provides a safe driving thoroughfare within a designated geographical area. Leads the work of Transportation Maintenance Crew Chiefs, technical and clerical staff. Work requires responding to emergency notification on an as-needed basis. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
Essential Duties:
Maint Section Assistant II and III:
Assists the maintenance section supervisor in overseeing the work of the section and contracted crews including scheduling equipment, material and personnel necessary for section projects. Assists with planning, coordinating and implementing emergency response to inclement weather, accidents, and hazardous Spills affecting area roadways. Ensures all projects follow established safety guidelines. Inspects road conditions, work-in-progress and work completed by the crews and contractors. Leads the work of Transportation Maintenance Crew Chiefs, technical and clerical staff. Maintains records on materials, supplies and personnel. Responsible for operations of section in absence of supervisor. Trains employees on the use of equipment and procedures. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Minimum Qualifications:
Education : High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.
Experience :
Maint Section Assistant II:
* 6 years in roadway maintenance or construction related work. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).
Maint Section Assistant III:
*7 years in roadway maintenance or construction related work. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).
*Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis . Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Licenses and Certifications :
Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Must have a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) at time of application. Competencies:
Maint Section Assistant II:
Considerable knowledge of:
Methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices Incident management procedures Inventory/stock control procedures Expert skill in:
Scheduling work assignment Proficient skill in:
Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others Maint Section Assistant III:
Extensive knowledge of:
Methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes Expert skill in:
Administrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and records management Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Administrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and records management Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions Subject to vibration Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical. Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation - 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) - does not authorize "medical marijuana" under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
Must be able to report for duty within
60
minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.
*
The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position offered based on the applicant's work experience, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs .